Recall - Fuel Rail O-Rings and Reinforcements: Overview
January 1999Safety Recall No. 790
Fuel Rail O-Rings and Reinforcements
Models
1993-1997 (LH) Dodge Intrepid; Chrysler Concorde, New Yorker and LHS; and Eagle Vision
1997 (PR) Plymouth Prowler
Note:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine ("F" in the 8th VIN Position)
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer used vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service as determined by using the DIAL VIP System.
Subject
The fuel rail 0-rings on about 710,000 of the above vehicles may leak fuel. In addition, the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail may crack and leak fuel. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in an engine compartment fire.
Repair
The fuel rail 0-rings must be replaced and the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail must be reinforced. Those vehicles that exhibit fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail, as determined by the leak test in Section "A" of the service procedure, must have the outlet rail replaced.
Alternate Transportation
If leak testing determines that outlet rail replacement is required and the vehicle must be held overnight, dealers should attempt to minimize customer inconvenience by placing the owner in a loaner vehicle.
Parts Information
A. Fuel Rail O-Ring and Reinforcement Package (Required for ALL vehicles):
Part Number Description
CAXJ79O1 Fuel Rail 0-Rings and Reinforcement Package
Each package contains:
Each dealer, to whom vehicles in the recall were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address), will receive enough Fuel Rail 0-Ring and Reinforcement Packages to service about 10% of those vehicles.
B. Outlet Rail Package (Vehicles With a Leaking Outlet Rail Only):
Part Number Description
CADJ79O2 Outlet Rail Package
Each package contains:
Quantity Description
1 Reinforced Outlet Rail
3 Upper Injector 0-Rings
3 Lower Injector 0-Rings
Each dealer will receive one (1) Outlet Rail Package to use as required. Additional outlet rail packages may be ordered as necessary. Very few vehicles are expected to require outlet rail replacement.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced, must be submitted on the DIAL System. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use one of the following labor operation numbers and time allowances:
Labor Operation Time
Number Allowance
Replace fuel rail 0-rings and reinforce 14790182 1.3 hours
outlet rail
Replace fuel rail 0-rings and replace 14790183 1.2 hours
outlet rail
Add the cost of the recall parts package plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE:
See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section for complete recall claim processing instructions
Parts Return
Not Required.
Dealer Notification & Vehicle List
All dealers will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by first class mail. Two additional copies will be sent through the CMMS and the "TIL" will be updated to include this recall in the near future. Each dealer to whom involved vehicles were invoiced (or the current dealer at the same street address) will receive a list of their involved vehicles. The vehicle list is arranged in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. Owners known to DaimlerChrysler are also listed. The lists are for dealer reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles.
DIAL System Functions 53 and VIP
All involved vehicles will be entered to DIAL System Functions 53 and VIP at the time of recall implementation for dealer inquiry as needed.
Function 53 provides involved dealers with an updated VIN list of their incomplete vehicles. The customer name, address and phone number is listed if known. Completed vehicles are removed from Function 53 within several days of repair claim submission. To use this system, type "53" at the "ENTER FUNCTION" prompt, then type "0RD790".
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to DaimlerChrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A copy of the owner notification letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner notification is an Owner Notification Form. The involved vehicle and recall are identified on the form for owner or dealer reference as needed.
Vehicle Not Available
If a vehicle is not available for service, let us know by filling out the pre-addressed Vehicle Disposition Form portion of the Owner Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
CIMS 482-00-85
800 Chrysler Drive East
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2757
Additional Information
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Zone Service Office.